What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker - Victim Services position at Olmsted County?
NOTE: This is a provisional full-time position with the current end date of September 30, 2027
Expected starting salary is $34.62 to $46.23. Full salary is $34.62 to $57.83.
Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
Regular and reliable attendance is a necessary component of job/position. Individuals required to use County vehicles and equipment must have a valid driver's license and be free of any major traffic violations for the last three (3) years.
Required Special Qualifications:
Individuals who work on the Victim Services team in D&O Community Corrections, per Minnesota Statute 595.02, must complete 40 hours of sexual assault crisis counseling training within six (6) months of employment.
Desirable Qualifications:
Two years of social service-related experience.
Under the supervision of the Victim Services Program Manager, the Victim Services Advocate will provide direct and indirect services to victims who have been impacted by crime. As a part of this role, the Victim Advocate will be responsible for engaging criminal justice and community partners in promoting a trauma informed and victim centered response. Supports a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace.- Provides advocacy and support to victims of crime.
- Provides crisis intervention services.
- Drafts restraining orders and assist clients with safety planning.
- Maintains case files in compliance with audit requirements.
- Collaborates with criminal justice and/or community partners to promote a victim centered response.
- Provides after hour’s on-call support to the 24-hour sexual assault crisis line.
- Conducts assessments of needs utilizing various assessment tools.
- Participates in case conferences and interdisciplinary team meetings to meet the needs of victims and survivors.
- Coordinates referrals and resources for victims and survivors.
- Assists in notifications to victims of a perpetrator’s release from jail or prison.
- Assists crime victims in accessing sources for repayment of their property or other financial loss.
- Provides prevention education in community-based settings.
- Conducts general case management services for clients (Safe Harbor only).
- Performs related duties as assigned.
- Knowledge of the social sciences
- Knowledge of the principles of social work
- Knowledge of community resources
- Knowledge of social and economic problems
- Knowledge of motivating factors of human behavior
- Knowledge of the dynamics of victimization and the root causes of violence
- Knowledge of trauma-informed practices
- Knowledge of the criminal justice system, including victim rights
- Knowledge of therapeutic and strength-based approaches
- Knowledge of and sensitivity to victim issues, victim needs
- Knowledge of agency policies
- Knowledge of data practices and confidentiality
- Skilled in verbal communication, public speaking, writing and recording of information and data
- Skill in the use of computers and technology
- Skills in individual and community advocacy
- Ability to understand individual and family needs with empathy and objectivity
- Ability to exercise good judgment in recommending possible solutions for individual and family needs and when utilizing conflict management and advocacy skills
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, co-workers, public officials and citizens of the community
- Ability to organize efficiently and keep records systematically
- Ability to work independently and to recognize when supervision is needed
- Ability to work with diverse populations
- Ability to serve as a liaison to community resources
- Ability to drive an automobile
Persons with disabilities: the above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.
Physical Demands and Work Environment: In compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the Physical and Environmental Demands:
Function: | 24% or Less | 25% - 49% | 50%-74% | 75% or more |
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Lab/hospital environment | X |
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Clinical environment | X |
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Community visits |
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Exposure to needle sticks/sharps exposure | X |
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Exposure to human blood/pathogens/body fluids | X |
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Exposure to atmospheric conditions, weather, extreme heat/cold, wet and/or humid | X |
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Sitting |
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Standing, walking, reaching, pulling, climbing, handling, feeling | X |
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Repetitive hand movements, typing/data entry |
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Talking, hearing |
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Operate vehicle | X |
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Close vision |
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Distance vision | X |
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Sedentary (exert up to 10 pounds of force) |
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An Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $35 - $58